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GBW 393C

1965 Lotus Elan

Blue Petrol 1588cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

4,856 mi
Last recorded4,856 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 1965 Lotus Elan40,215 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGBW 393C
MakeLotus
ModelElan
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 4,856 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 4,798 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 4,720 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 4,612 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 4,496 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 4,287 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 4,177 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 4,172 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 2,074 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 2,002 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 1,795 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 1,089 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 21,063 miles

How Reliable is the Lotus Elan?

Based on 51,097 MOT tests across 4,280 vehicles.

77.4%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
4,280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,585
brake recording little or no effort 1,342
parking brake recording little or no effort 1,318
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 927
brake binding 845
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GBW 393C is a 1965 Lotus Elan in Blue with a 1,588cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1965 Lotus Elan models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 40,215 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lotus Elan fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,585 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GBW 393C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lotus Elan typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 61 years old, this Lotus Elan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GBW 393C?

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What year was GBW 393C registered?

GBW 393C is a 1965 Lotus Elan, first registered on 5 October 1965.

Is GBW 393C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GBW 393C shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GBW 393C have outstanding finance?

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